Gerrymandering serves a clear and controversial purpose in American politics: to manipulate electoral outcomes by strategically drawing district boundaries. The primary purpose of gerrymandering is to give one political party an unfair advantage over its rivals by concentrating or dispersing…
The United Kingdom is both a democracy and a monarchy, but not in equal measure. It functions as a parliamentary democracy where elected representatives hold real political power, while the monarchy remains largely ceremonial. This dual identity often raises questions…
As the Albanese government remains divided on AI regulation, a new expert report reveals the risks from general-purpose AI models that no regulator can address alone. The AI Legislation Stress Test answers the Government’s call for a gap analysis to inform…
When most Americans picture Congress, they think of televised debates, floor votes, or lawmakers giving soundbites to the media. But the daily work of the U.S. Congress is far more involved than what appears on camera. Behind every vote lies…
In politics, a centrist occupies a middle ground between the traditional left and right ideologies. They often draw from both liberal and conservative principles, creating a more moderate approach to policy-making and governance. Centrism represents a political position that rejects…
Lobbying is one of the most misunderstood components of American politics. For many voters, the word conjures images of secretive deals, corporate influence, or wealthy insiders shaping policy behind closed doors. While there are real concerns about access and influence,…
Political parties are central to how the U.S. government functions. From shaping public opinion and funding campaigns to writing legislation and staffing key government positions, parties help organize the competing interests within American democracy. Yet for many voters, parties are…
The United States government was built on a framework designed to prevent the concentration of power. From the founding debates at the Constitutional Convention in 1787 to the daily workings of federal agencies today, the U.S. system is built on…
A faction in politics is a group within a larger political party or movement that organizes around specific interests or viewpoints. These groups form to advocate for certain policies or priorities, even if they differ from the main party direction.…
Politics can lead to war when leaders act without accountability, pursue ideological goals, misjudge their opponents, operate in uncertainty, or prove unreliable in maintaining peace. The ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel are a stark reminder that political rivalries, if…
